The U.S. Mission to South Africa is pleased to announce the application period is now open for the Fulbright Foreign Student Program for 2019-2020. This world-renowned program offers scholarships that cover up to the full cost of tuition and living expenses in the United States for South African students interested in pursuing a Master’s or Doctoral degree at any accredited institution in the United States.

The Fulbright Program is the U.S. Government’s flagship international educational exchange. It was established in 1946 to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and other countries. It currently operates in South Africa and more than 150 countries worldwide.

Applications close April 22, 2018, but applicants are encouraged to start the application process as soon as possible. Highly-motivated South African students wishing to pursue a Master’s degree must have completed a four-year B-Tech degree or a three-year Bachelor’s degree with an Honors degree. Prospective Doctoral students must have successfully obtained a Master’s degree.

The U.S. Mission is honored to partner with the National Research Foundation to co-fund Fulbright Fellows to complete Doctoral degrees in the United States. This supports the synergies between the National Development Plan and the South African Department of Higher Education’s New Generation of Academics Program.

U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Jessye Lapenn said, “The Fulbright Program attracts the brightest academic talent from around the world. I encourage South Africans who are dedicated to leadership, collaboration, and innovation in their fields to apply. This can be a life-changing experience that will have a profound influence on your professional and personal endeavors for years to come. The United States welcomes you!”

In 1953, the first South African to participate in the Fulbright Program was Professor Stefans Grové from the University of Pretoria, who completed a Master’s degree in musicology at Harvard. To date, more than 2,000 South Africans have received Fulbright scholarships to pursue degrees in the United States. South African Fulbright alumni come from diverse backgrounds, and include Professor Es’kia Mphahlele, Dr. Yvonne Muthien, Dr. Sibusiso Sibisi, and Judge Mandisa Maya.

The United States welcomes more than one million foreign students each year at more than 4500 institutions of higher education. South Africans interested in applying for the Fulbright Program can learn more by visiting the U.S. Embassy website

President Cyril Ramaphosa says government has a national plan to create jobs and make a dent on poverty and inequality.

South Africa Has A Plan For Jobs

In response to the debate on his State of the Nation Address (SONA), the President said while he has announced plans to convene a jobs and an investment summit, South Africa has the National Development Plan (NDP), which puts the country on a path to prosperity.

The NDP, launched in 2012, is a detailed blueprint for how the country can eliminate poverty and reduce inequality by the year 2030.

“Some of you [MPs] have said, ‘President, you come before us and you don’t have a plan. You come before us and you are calling for summits and conferences and so forth’. Yes, you are right but we have a plan. I have a plan – the National Development Plan. That is our plan,” the President said to loud applause from MPs.

The President said he had decided to convene a summit to heed a call from the working class, who have for a long time called for a jobs summit to address unemployment in the country.

“I come before you calling for summits, calling for all those consultative processes because our people want to be involved. They want to participate. Throughout our history, we have used collaboration and partnership to overcome the greatest of difficulties and resolve the most intractable of problems.”

The President said at the centre of government’s approach to improving the lives of all citizens is the Madiba way of getting people involved in changing their lives for the better and making them, as Madiba urged, ‘their own liberators’.

“It is our intention, through initiatives like the Jobs Summit, which by the way has been called for by the trade union movement in our country.

“The federations that represent the working class in our country are the ones who have said they want a jobs summit because they want to sit down with government, with communities and … (other) workers to chart the way forward on how we can create jobs.

“A clever government will heed that call and say, ‘yes, that is what we want to do.

Yes, we want a Social Sector Summit as well to bring together all our people who have the skills, insights, experiences and capabilities of all South Africans to address critical challenges in our society’.”

The President said government wants to invite all South Africans to participate, to lend a hand.

“This we have to do because our people want to be involved. They say, ‘Nothing about us without us’.”

Meanwhile, the President said come the day of the Investment Summit, he would like to see the best companies in the country, the best companies on the continent, as well as the best companies in the world get together and make commitments on investments that are going to create jobs for all South Africans.

Presidents meets budding entrepreneurs during his early morning walk

Leading up to Tuesday afternoon’s address to the House, the President said he met a lady from Gugulethu, who runs a bag making business. He said someone like her was a perfect fit to receive the necessary assistance in order to be transformed into a black industrialist.

“The need for government to support entrepreneurs has emerged as a recurring theme in the broader debate on SONA.

“I walked with several people in Gugulethu and Athlone, I met a woman called Thulake, who runs a bag making business.

“She started her business with a partner in Gugulethu with R3 000.

“Today, it’s got a net asset value of R700 000. She needs to have a factory and looks to her government to build the infrastructure that can make her business grow,” he said.

The successful candidates will be exposed to a holistic view of the Shoprite Group of Companies (Induction week, training, Distribution Centre (DC) rotation and Store rotation) before joining the CFS team.

At CFS you will be exposed in-depth to our Sales Department (Telesales team and Sales Representative team), DC operations, buying function and transport operation.

Once the induction period is over you will have the opportunity to display your Sales Representative abilities in the trade.

Selling and marketing should be your passion and brilliant customer service is crucial.

The objective when in the trade is to achieve maximum sales profitability, growth and account penetration within an assigned geographical area by effectively selling the company’s products and/or related services.

Personally contacts and secures new business accounts/customers from hotels, B&B's, residences, holiday resorts and restaurants.

Qualifications

• Degree in Marketing Management or Retail Business Development or similar
• Diploma in Marketing Management or Retail Business Development or similar

Experience

• 1 Year experience in the hospitality industry or marketing/sales industry

It's that time of year when applications for colleges and universities are open and you have a limited time to get all the necessary paper work in in order to be accepted. Many of the colleges and universities also have a limited amount of bursaries or funding available which you need to look into before it is to late to apply for those too.

How to Apply for Admission at Unisa

Who should apply for admission?

You must apply for each new qualification even if you already have a Unisa student number.

Putco in collaboration with the transport education and training authority offers 40 learnership opportunities towards the national certificate in professional driving based at: Larimar Training Academy: Linbro Park

Learnership Driver Conductors

Candidates must have:

Minimum Grade 12 (Std. 10) or equivalent qualification

Valid driver’s license (code EC; C or EC1 0.4) (NOT C1 or EC1)

Valid PrDP (Public Drivers Permit)

Good health.

A willingness to pursue a career as a professional driver in the Road Passenger Transport Industry

Conditions of employment will include:

(As per Sectoral Determination No 5: Learnerships)

A 12 month learnership contract.

A learner allowance of R2 000 per month payable for the duration of the contract.

15 days annual leave.

How to Apply

Persons who are currently not employed, who are younger than 35 and who meet the above criteria are Invited to forward their applications (CV and copy of their to document and drivers’ license) to:

Here are some frequently asked questions (and answers) to assist you to decide on traffic as your future career.

How do I become a Traffic Officer

1. WHY IS THE CAREER OF A TRAFFIC OFFICER SO IMPORTANT?

Traffic officers enforce the road rules and signs.

They ensure a safe passage in traffic and that all road users - including pedestrians - use our roads in an orderly and safe manner.

The main purpose of traffic officers is to ensure the safe and free flow of traffic to prevent road crashes and deaths on our roads.

2. WHAT DOES ONE DO IN THIS CAREER?

A distinction is made between provincial traffic officers and municipal traffic officers. Provincial traffic officers perform their duties within the boundaries of provinces, while municipal traffic officers perform theirs within the boundaries of municipalities.

Provincial traffic officers are also known as provincial inspectors.

They enforce compliance of the National Road Traffic Act, National Land Transport Act and Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences Act.

They control traffic, inspect vehicles for roadworthiness, and enforce road traffic signs and the rules of the road.

3. WHAT WILL THE WORKPLACE BE LIKE?

Provincial inspectors and traffic officers spend most of their working hours outdoors on the road.

A small portion of their time is spent in courtrooms and offices doing administrative duties.

They do their patrol duties mainly in motorcars, although some of their duties are performed on motorcycles or on foot.

4. WHAT INSTRUMENTS, TOOLS OR MATERIALS WILL ONE WORK WITH?

Traffic officers are responsible for law enforcement.

They will be working with a speed-measuring apparatus, an alcohol test apparatus, measuring tapes, mass-measuring apparatus, a summons book, infringement notices, etc.

5. WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES AND DRAWBACKS OF THIS CAREER?

Advantages: Working with people and helping them to obey traffic rules, assisting to reduce the number of road crashes and thus saving lives.

Drawbacks: The need to be able to work with people with difficult personalities, having to work during holidays and on weekends, and performing duties in all different weather conditions.

6. HOW DO I BECOME A TRAFFIC OFFICER?

You will first need to be employed by provincial government, a municipality or a government entity such as the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) or the Cross Border Road Transport Agency.

Vacant posts are advertised by these authorities in the open media.

You will therefore need to constantly check your local or national newspapers.

You may also contact any local or provincial authority directly to enquire as to whether vacancies exist within the departments and when the relevant posts will be advertised.

Their career portal is the only site that Pioneer Foods, its subsidiaries and its business units – Essential Foods (formerly Sasko), Groceries (formerly Bokomo Foods & Ceres Beverages), and Pioneer Foods International – utilise to advertise job vacancies.

Apprenticeship Opportunities At Pioneer Foods

Outputs

Demonstrated ability to read technical blueprints & diagrams

Demonstrated ability to use and manipulate trade materials

Demonstrated ability to use trade tools and equipment

Learned trade codes & regulations

Achieved contracted trade learning objectives for registration

Fitter Maintenance (6 month contract)

Cape Town

Closing Date: 2018/03/01

Required Experience

4-5 years relevant experience within the manufacturing environment

Qualifications

Relevant Technical Trade (N3)

Apprentice/Trainee (Mechanic)

Vryheid

Closing Date: 2018/03/01

Required Experience

At least 1 year experience working under supervision with a Vehicle Mechanic

Be a part of shaping the future. Be a part of excellence. Be a part of one of the leading international integrated energy and chemical companies in South Africa by joining the Sasol Learnership Programme.

SASOL Learnership Programme

Learnerships are learning programmes that require on the job learning supported by structured or institutional learning.

The Nando’s LEAD program aims to upskill current Junior Managers, whom have shown great potential, within our Corporate System as well as those external candidates that meet the entry requirements.

Nando's LEAD Program (2018)

Number of Positions: 6

This upskilling leans towards building exceptional Assistant Patrao’s as the successful completion of the program guarantees these individuals placement into Assistant Patrao Roles.

The programme is based in Johannesburg

Minimum Requirements

Matric with a University endorsement.

South African citizen.

Minimum of 1 year management experience at a Junior level.

Applicants must be prepared to relocate at the end of the programme for placement purposes.

Duties & Responsibilities

• The program offers individuals who have previously not had the opportunity to obtain a tertiary qualification an opportunity to complete a Certificate in Business Management through the University of Johannesburg.
• In addition to the academic component, the student will complete the full Hatchlings Program, supported by workshops, contact sessions and relevant coaching.
• The program comprises of both University Modules (Theory) as well as practical, On-The-Job Training.
• Successful completion of the program will result in placement as an Assistant Patrao.

The South African Police Service invites applications from all races and gender for Enlistment in the Police Act. If you join the SAPS you can either become a police official or a civilian employee.

Vacancies for Police Act at SAPS

Are you young, energetic, intelligent, physically and mentally fit individuals, dedicated to serving their country by pursuing a career in policing.

Basic enlistment requirements:

Young South African men and women who apply to be appointed as a member in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act no 68 of 1995) must:

Apply on the form determined by the National Commissioner and affirm under oath or by way of a solemn declaration that the particulars furnished in the application, are the truth and correct;

Be a South African citizen of which documentary proof must be furnished;

Be at least eighteen (18) and under thirty (30) years of age of which documentary proof must be furnished;

Be in possession of a Grade 12 school certificate or National Certificate (Vocational) Safety in Society of which documentary proof must be furnished (2014 matriculates are welcome to apply and before enlistment proof of successful completion of Grade 12 (Senior Certificate) must be submitted. As an interim arrangement kindly submit proof of last school report);

Preference will be given to applicants who are in possession of at least a light vehicle drivers licence;

Submit himself or herself to a physical and medical examination as determined by the National Commissioner and must be found to be physically and mentally fit for appointment in the post for which he or she applies;

Undergo a psychological assessment as determined by the National Commissioner and be found to comply with the profile of a police official;

Proficient in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English;

Be prepared to take the oath of office;

Be prepared to undergo such training as determined by the National Commissioner;

Not have any tattoo marks of which will be visible when wearing the SAPS summer uniform;

Have no previous criminal convictions and/or pending criminal, civil, disciplinary cases and such person shall allow his or her fingerprints to be taken and allow background enquiries to be made;

The Department of Social Development, Mpumalanga Province, is offering an Internship Programme opportunity for a period of twelve (12) months commencing 01 April 2018 to March 2019.

Social Development Internship Programme Mpumalanga

Requirements:

Unemployed South African citizens graduates between the ages of 18 and 35 years In possession of a relevant tertiary qualification In the field specified below.

Applicants who have already participated in any Government Internship Programme will not be considered, and if it is found that this was the case after appointment, the contract will be terminated with immediate effect.

Render overall administrative and related functions within the Directorate, and / any that may arise from time

Administration[GIS] Grad / Intern

Provincial Office [Population Unit]

Degree in Population or Development Studies, with specialization in GIS, Statistics, Demography, Research, Population

To provide support during the implementation of research projects.

To support / conduct the analysis and interpretation of data on the province’s population dynamics and on the reciprocal relationships between population and development to inform policy design and programming

To provide support during the implementation of the Population Capacity Development and Advocacy activities

Government is committed to supporting the various skills and training opportunities offered by the Department of Defence for young people, says President Cyril Ramaphosa.

Government Supports Youth Development Opportunities

He said government is committed to supporting these initiatives as part of strategies to absorb young people into training and employment opportunities.

Addressing the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Inter-Faith Service at the Mittah Seperepere Convention Centre in Kimberley, in the Northern Cape, President Ramaphosa applauded the Department of Defence for actively promoting the Defence Force as a career of choice.

The Armed Forces Inter-Faith service is hosted by the SANDF as part of the build-up to the official commemoration of Armed Forces Day which commemorates the sinking of the SS Mendi in 1917.

A large number of soldiers lost their lives in the tragedy.

President Ramaphosa said Armed Forces Day, held on 21 February, has become a day that allows the country to remember all the men and women who paid the ultimate price in defence of freedom, peace, and justice.

“It is a day that reminds us that blood was spilled by countless South Africans and freedom fighters to guarantee us our freedom and human rights.

“It is a reminder that brave men and women continue to put their lives on the line to secure and hard-won freedoms and defend our Constitution,” he said.

President Ramaphosa said this year’s celebrations carry a profound and special meaning for the nation as they occur in a year when South Africa commemorates the centenary birthday of the first Commander in Chief, former President Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela.

“They occur at a time where our defence force has once again confirmed the depth of the roots of our democracy and the flourishing of Constitutional order.

“It is this SANDF – the people’s National Defence Force – that our founding father, President Nelson Mandela envisaged as a non-partisan unifier and defender of all South Africans,” he said.

Former President Mandela moulded the SANDF into a law-abiding institution that upholds the Constitution of the Republic in defence of its people.

Looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to future economic growth of South Africa? Transnet is a world-class employer with a highly motivated workforce exceeding 55 000 permanent employees. If you believe you have the right combination of passion, proficiency and tenacity to join our team, then perhaps Transnet is the place for you!

Transnet Learnerships For Accountants (CAT Programme)

As a leading rail and logistics entity, Transnet is expanding and transforming South Africa’s rail, port and pipeline infrastructure which will result in a significant increase in freight volumes, especially in commodities such as iron ore, coal and manganese.

This will also lead to a significant modal shift from road to rail.

Transnet Careers:

We value their dedication and commitment and embrace the importance of ensuring the right skills, capabilities and improved capacity is sustainable in the long-term by helping our employees excel in achieving their desired potential.

Our workplace reflects our dynamic and challenging environment and offers outstanding opportunities aiming at attracting results driven individuals who are suitably qualified and who have the necessary career prospects.

With a vision to become Africa’s world champion in transport and logistics solutions, Transnet SOC Limited has its roots established in resourcefulness and transformation. We proudly operate and control South Africa’s major transport infrastructure.

Transnet is committed towards working with our customers to suit their every need.

We aim to create a working environment that attracts and retains the most talented people, enabling them to reach their full potential.

Employment equity also remains a priority on our transformation agenda.

Employing the best skilled people in the industry is vital to the success and sustainability of our company.

It is through our staff that we realise our aspirations and deliver on our strategic goals and objectives. Our core values include the following;

We DELIVER on our promises
We treat each other with DIGNITY and RESPECT
We have a SAFETY MINDSET
We recognise and REWARD GOOD WORK
We are EMPOWERED to perform in our jobs
We have GOOD COMMUNICATION
We are BUSINESS FOCUSSED.

Transnet's CA Training (CAT) Programme - Background:

Training of accountants is critical both for Transnet and the country as a whole.

South Africa has a shortage of accountants especially black accountants.

Transnet has accepted the responsibility to develop the scarce skills in light of the greater objectives of the country.

The CA Training (CAT) Programme in Transnet is a strategic intervention to train prospective Chartered Accountants to meet the skills requirements of South Africa in the Accountancy field. Transnet has been an accredited training office with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) from 1997.

About the CAT Programme

The CAT Programme at Transnet is a three year learnership programme for candidates who have a Certificate in the Theory of Accounting (CTA) / B Compt Hons or equivalent.

This also includes the professional skills like interpersonal & communication skills, intellectual skills, personal skills, and organizational & management skills.

In Transnet, the trainees will be rotated to the head office and several of its business units, e.g. Transnet National Ports Authority, Transnet Pipelines, Transnet Freight Rail, etc.

The rotation will be tailored to meet the needs of the trainee and the respective business unit, with the trainee spending at least one-third of the practical training in one business.

The training programme matches the depth of the SAICA syllabus requirements with a wide business exposure.

Our SAICA Elective Skills:

Transnet has elected the Financial Management and Management Decision-Making as its Elective Skills based on Transnet’s business and industry.

Our Selection Criteria:

The minimum entry requirement is the Certificate in Theory of Accounting (CTA) and each applicant must also demonstrate:

Consistent progress in their accountancy studies,

Strong verbal communication skills, and

Analytical ability.

Training Support:

Transnet will offer its trainees industry level support to ensure their success in the programme.

The training programme will provide for:

Study leave for the board exams;

Supplementary courses;

General business management training;

Exam technique courses, revision courses for the board exams;

Assessments.

About Mentorship:

Trainees are assigned mentors from the CA’s within the Transnet Group. These mentors have volunteered their time, passion and dedication to the success of the programme and the trainee accountants. They provide leadership, empowerment, guidance and advice to trainee accountants on their career path.

About Supervision:

Supervisors are the line managers who ensure that training takes place. They are responsible for the day to day training, workstation, timesheet and leave authorization, and attendance of assessment meetings. They also provide career guidance to trainees.

Looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to future economic growth of South Africa? Transnet is a world-class employer with a highly motivated workforce exceeding 55 000 permanent employees. If you believe you have the right combination of passion, proficiency and tenacity to join our team, then perhaps Transnet is the place for you!

Transnet Learnerships For Accountants (CAT Programme)

As a leading rail and logistics entity, Transnet is expanding and transforming South Africa’s rail, port and pipeline infrastructure which will result in a significant increase in freight volumes, especially in commodities such as iron ore, coal and manganese. This will also lead to a significant modal shift from road to rail.

Transnet Careers:

We value their dedication and commitment and embrace the importance of ensuring the right skills, capabilities and improved capacity is sustainable in the long-term by helping our employees excel in achieving their desired potential.

Our workplace reflects our dynamic and challenging environment and offers outstanding opportunities aiming at attracting results driven individuals who are suitably qualified and who have the necessary career prospects.

With a vision to become Africa’s world champion in transport and logistics solutions, Transnet SOC Limited has its roots established in resourcefulness and transformation. We proudly operate and control South Africa’s major transport infrastructure.

Transnet is committed towards working with our customers to suit their every need.

We aim to create a working environment that attracts and retains the most talented people, enabling them to reach their full potential.

Employment equity also remains a priority on our transformation agenda.

Employing the best skilled people in the industry is vital to the success and sustainability of our company.

It is through our staff that we realise our aspirations and deliver on our strategic goals and objectives. Our core values include the following;

We DELIVER on our promises
We treat each other with DIGNITY and RESPECT
We have a SAFETY MINDSET
We recognise and REWARD GOOD WORK
We are EMPOWERED to perform in our jobs
We have GOOD COMMUNICATION
We are BUSINESS FOCUSSED.

Transnet's CA Training (CAT) Programme - Background:

Training of accountants is critical both for Transnet and the country as a whole.

South Africa has a shortage of accountants especially black accountants.

Transnet has accepted the responsibility to develop the scarce skills in light of the greater objectives of the country.

The CA Training (CAT) Programme in Transnet is a strategic intervention to train prospective Chartered Accountants to meet the skills requirements of South Africa in the Accountancy field. Transnet has been an accredited training office with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) from 1997.

About the CAT Programme

The CAT Programme at Transnet is a three year learnership programme for candidates who have a Certificate in the Theory of Accounting (CTA) / B Compt Hons or equivalent.

This also includes the professional skills like interpersonal & communication skills, intellectual skills, personal skills, and organizational & management skills.

In Transnet, the trainees will be rotated to the head office and several of its business units, e.g. Transnet National Ports Authority, Transnet Pipelines, Transnet Freight Rail, etc.

The rotation will be tailored to meet the needs of the trainee and the respective business unit, with the trainee spending at least one-third of the practical training in one business.

The training programme matches the depth of the SAICA syllabus requirements with a wide business exposure.

Our SAICA Elective Skills:

Transnet has elected the Financial Management and Management Decision-Making as its Elective Skills based on Transnet’s business and industry.

Our Selection Criteria:

The minimum entry requirement is the Certificate in Theory of Accounting (CTA) and each applicant must also demonstrate:

Consistent progress in their accountancy studies,

Strong verbal communication skills, and

Analytical ability.

Training Support:

Transnet will offer its trainees industry level support to ensure their success in the programme.

The training programme will provide for:

Study leave for the board exams;

Supplementary courses;

General business management training;

Exam technique courses, revision courses for the board exams;

Assessments.

About Mentorship:

Trainees are assigned mentors from the CA’s within the Transnet Group. These mentors have volunteered their time, passion and dedication to the success of the programme and the trainee accountants. They provide leadership, empowerment, guidance and advice to trainee accountants on their career path.

About Supervision:

Supervisors are the line managers who ensure that training takes place. They are responsible for the day to day training, workstation, timesheet and leave authorization, and attendance of assessment meetings. They also provide career guidance to trainees.